We’ve taken two reports of packages being swiped from front porches in recent days and thought it would be a good idea to remind you of how not to be victimized by these types of crimes. Continue reading
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WACC meets every month on the third Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. at the 5th Ward Community Room, West Aurora Plaza, 1921 West Galena Blvd.
Dr. Adrienne Holloway, Chief Innovation Officer, City of Aurora will be the presenter. You will learn what innovative projects are currently being introduced and planned for the future. Questions will be welcomed!
Feel free to contact group leader, Pat Malin for additional information and questions, (630)844-9223.
To review the area covered by WACC, please use this link: https://www.aurora-il.org/DocumentCenter/View/1074
Electronics Recycling– The Kane County Electronics Recycling Program is for residential equipment only, and includes 2 drop-off locations and a number of scheduled events (see below details). Businesses can see this list of electronics recycling companies to assist with their needs.
Location: 517 E. Fabyan Parkway, Batavia, IL 60510 SEE MAP
Hours: M-F 8am-4pm
West Dundee Public Works
Location: 900 Angle Tarn, West Dundee, IL 60118 SEE MAP
Hours: M-F 7am-3pm (Note: hours are earlier than other sites)
NOTE: South Elgin location has CLOSED permanently.
Now in its 22nd year, the annual Blues on the Fox festival has attracted music and blues fans from all over the state and even the country. Featuring some of the hottest artists singing the blues and up-and-comers destined for stardom, Blues on the Fox pays tribute to musicians John Lee “Sonny Boy” Williamson, Tampa Red, Big Bill Broonzy and others who recorded their historic sound at the Leland Hotel in downtown Aurora. Pay tribute to the past, rock out with the present and prepare for the future of blues at Blues on the Fox. Continue reading
ALL of the vehicles were left UNLOCKED or there was no evidence of forced entry except for one. No arrests have been made and unless otherwise indicated, there is no discernable suspect descriptions. Some or all of these thefts may be related. Anyone with information is asked to call Investigations at 630-256-5500 or Crime Stoppers at 630-892-1000. Continue reading
2017’s major crime statistics are in.
What they say is below. We had a good year in 2017 as I’m sure you’ll notice. Overall, crime was down including a significant drop in violent crime. Of the eight major crime categories (murder, criminal sexual assault, robbery, aggravated assault/battery, burglary, theft, motor vehicle theft and arson) we achieved impressive drops in six of them, one remained flat and only one category saw an increase when compared to 2016. Continue reading
At a recent 5th Ward neighborhood meeting, questions were asked about what will happen if the Aurora Election Commission (AEC) is abolished. The Kane County Clerk, Mayor Irvin, and the Kane County Board Chairman have agreed to establish a satellite office in downtown Aurora. Continue reading
Howard Backman was just 22 when he was killed at Pearl Harbor. Now he’s finally coming back to his hometown.
AURORA, IL — U.S. Navy Petty Officer Second Class Walter Howard Backman was killed at the bombing of Pearl Harbor when he was just 22 years old. Like many of the other victims of Pearl Harbor, the Aurora native’s remains were not identified after his death. Now, after more than 75 years, Backman’s remains have been identified and will be buried in a Batavia cemetery, according to Chicago Tribune. Continue reading